Since 1958, DARPA has held to an enduring mission: To create technological surprise for U.S. national security.

DARPA programs focus on the fundamental research required to establish proof of concept. Performer teams define the path for putting new technologies into use in service of our …

DARPA people are visionary leaders responsible for conceptualizing, funding, and overseeing cutting-edge research and development projects that advance technology and innovation in …

As the world changes dramatically – and even the pace of change itself increases – DARPA seeks to engage the best ideas across specialties, communities, and perspectives to solve the …

Jun 2, 2015 · Work with DARPA Be part of a cutting-edge research and development agency that’s pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, in an energetic environment with excellent …

Redefining Possible DARPA has pushed, and will continue to push, the boundaries of technological possibility. See the dreams we turned to reality

DARPA seeks compelling contributions from partners and allies for collaborative work, ultimately benefiting both nations national security. Beyond government-to-government engagement, …

Managed by our technical offices, DARPA programs span the laboratory and applied sciences and advanced engineering disciplines. Typically structured in phases, each program tackles …

NGMM is a cornerstone of ERI 2.0, a DARPA initiative to ensure domestic leadership in cross-functional, future-focused microelectronics research, development, and manufacturing.

Feb 6, 2025 · Over 50 experts from DARPA’s test and evaluation team have exhaustively examined both companies’ specific technical approaches, their detailed plans for fault-tolerant …